Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
References
Duane Orrell

Duane Orrell

Livonia,MI

Summary

Experienced CAD Designer with 10 years of experience in developing, implementing and supporting CAD and related tools and designs. Developed drawings and diagrams, prepared work environment for department team members, communicated with related departments to optimize developmental efficiency and collaborated with clients and technical support to maintain full functionality and updates. Innovative thinker producing efficient solutions for CAD design needs and development obstacles.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Automation Designer II/ Product Developer

Mesco Integrated Material Solutions
Flint, MI
08.2019 - Current
  • Present and reviewed designs to clients.
  • Prepared preliminary sketches, models, or diagrams to reflect design concepts.
  • Coordinated drawings and plans from initial concepts to executable CAD documents and specifications.
  • Worked closely with development teams to implement design specifications.
  • Reviewed engineering change orders to ensure design accuracy and conformance with customer requirements.
  • Developed assembly instructions for various products based on CAD models.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop new designs for existing products as well as new products.
  • Monitored the production process to ensure that components met design specifications and tolerances.
  • Assisted in the selection of materials for specific components based on strength, weight, cost considerations.
  • Provided technical support to other departments such as manufacturing, sales, and marketing.
  • Verified dimensions and tolerances using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers.
  • Resolved issues related to fabrication processes by making necessary modifications to CAD models.
  • Created BOMs listing components used in each product model.
  • Implemented revisions as required by engineering, customer or suppliers.
  • Kept to tight deadlines and forged strong team bonds to accomplish challenging objectives.
  • Created detailed 3D drawings of parts and assemblies using NX software.

Automation Designer II /Apps. Support

IMI Precision Engineering
Rochester Hills, MI
10.2013 - 02.2019
  • Coordinated drawings and plans from initial concepts to executable CAD documents.
  • Created BOMs listing components used in each product model.
  • Generated accurate 2D drawings from 3D models utilizing CATIA V5/V6 software.
  • Reviewed engineering change orders to ensure design accuracy and conformance with customer requirements.
  • Created programs for various machine operations using Mastercam software.
  • Contributed to projects to enhance clarity and usability of product experiences.
  • Met schedules and budget targets with well-coordinated and executed designs.
  • Prepared preliminary sketches, models, or diagrams to reflect design concepts.

Education

Information Technology -

Macomb Community College
02.2012

AAS: Information Technology -

Baker College
12.2007

Skills

  • CAD drafting
  • Design Background
  • Creative Thinking
  • Product Assembly
  • MS Office
  • Client satisfaction
  • Hand Tools
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Design development
  • Concept Development
  • Collaboration Skills
  • Computer Literate
  • Design Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • 3D Modeling
  • Design Development

Certification

  • RAND 3D, CATIA V5 Introduction to Modeling Certificate
  • RAND 3D, CATIA V5 Advanced Part design, Assembly Design Certificate

Timeline

Automation Designer II/ Product Developer - Mesco Integrated Material Solutions
08.2019 - Current
Automation Designer II /Apps. Support - IMI Precision Engineering
10.2013 - 02.2019
Macomb Community College - Information Technology,
Baker College - AAS: Information Technology,
  • RAND 3D, CATIA V5 Introduction to Modeling Training Certificate
  • RAND 3D, CATIA V5 Advanced Part design, Assembly Design

References

References available upon request.
Duane Orrell